Human Resources Business Partner

5 days ago


Canada Kim Cosic Consulting Inc. Full time

My client, who is a specialty pet retailer, Canadian owned and operated, with stores in Ontario and the Maritimes plus a website that ships nationally.

They are a premier omni-channel player in pet, with approximately 700 employees, covering 60 store locations plus a thriving ecommerce business. They sell only the best brands of premium, high quality pet food, treats and toys for your Pet's Best Life.

Culture is very important for them and so someone with a great positive attitude and a "can do" attitude will fit in very well with the team.

Their core values of Trust, One Team Winning Together and having a Growth Mindset are standards of excellence present in all that they do. They also deeply value their customers, and their support of their brand.

The HRBP plays a critical role in driving organizational success through effective HR strategies and initiatives. They provide guidance and support to managers and their internal clients on all HR matters. They act as an agent of change and ensure alignment of HR strategies with business objectives while working collaboratively with leaders to drive organizational success.

They must have a strong understanding of HR best practices, excellent communication and influencing skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization. This full-time permanent role reports to the Manager, Human Resources who is located at their head office, just outside of Guelph Ontario, in Puslinch. You will be required to go into their offices 1-2 days/week.

Key responsibilities include:


• Acting as a trusted advisor on HR matters, conducting regular meetings with business units (Stores, Distribution Center, Home Office) to discuss ongoing business needs and providing insights and recommendations to drive business performance;


• Partnering with leaders, internal experts and vendor partners to provide guidance on situations such as performance management, talent development, workforce planning, organizational design, compensation and benefits and health and safety, etc.;


• Providing expert advice, guidance and conducting investigations (when required) on complex HR issues, including employee relations and legal compliance)


• Consulting on HR issues and solutions;


• Leading full cycle recruitment efforts to attract top talent;


• Assessing and identifying areas for improvement in HR processes and practices;


• Developing and implementing HR initiatives and programs that support business goals and drive employee engagement and retention;


• Leading, and managing HR projects and initiatives (such as, engagement, recognition, corporate health, compensation, policies, health & safety, etc.), collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation;


• Developing, Implementing, Monitoring and analyzing HR metrics and data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations to improve HR effectiveness;


• Mentoring and coaching junior HR team members to develop their skills and capabilities;


• Building strong partnerships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure HR initiatives are aligned with business needs;


• Staying current on HR best practices and industry trends as well as employment laws and regulations to continuously improve HR programs and processes.

Key requirements include:


• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or Labour Relations or related field;


• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a HR Business Partner;


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.


• Bilingual (English & French) oral and written, an asset;


• Strong knowledge and understanding of HR best practices, employment laws and regulations (primarily Ontario and Atlantic provinces);


• Experience in leading and managing HR projects and initiatives;


• Strong ability to work on several cases simultaneously and have a strong sense of organization and planning;


• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to drive decision making;


• Adapts easily to change, strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change within the organization;


• Team spirit and autonomy;


• Designated Member of the HRPA, an asset;


• This position is primarily dedicated to the Ontario business, but will work in partnership and collaboration with the broader HR team located in both Ontario and Québec (Montréal);



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